Palmdale, Calif. – One person was arrested for DUI while conducting a DUI checkpoint on April 23, 2021.
The checkpoint was held at 10th Street West and Technology Drive, from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Eight drivers were cited for operating a vehicle unlicensed or with a suspended/revoked license, 567 vehicles were contacted and three vehicles were towed.
Checkpoint locations are based on a history of crashes and DUI arrests. The primary purpose of checkpoints is not to make arrests, but to promote public safety by deterring drivers from driving impaired.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is committed to keeping the public safe when they are traveling.
Then Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department will continue to hold DUI/Driver’s License checkpoints throughout the year.
Funding for this checkpoint was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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ORIGINAL PRESS RELEASE IS AS FOLLOWS:
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department will hold a DUI Checkpoint April 23rd from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. at an undisclosed location within Palmdale limits.
Checkpoint locations are chosen based on a history of DUI crashes and arrests. The primary purpose of checkpoints is not to make arrests, but to promote public safety by deterring drivers from driving impaired.
During the checkpoint, deputies will look for signs that drivers are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is committed to keeping the traveling public safe.
“The safety of our community is and always will be our mission,” Sergeant Robert Hill said. “We are looking for impaired drivers because driving under the influence is dangerous and puts others on the road at risk.”
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department reminds the public that impaired driving is not just from alcohol. Some prescription medications or over-the-counter drugs may interfere with driving. Always follow directions for use and read warning labels about driving or ”operating heavy machinery,” which includes driving a car. While medicinal and recreational marijuana are legal, driving under the influence of marijuana is illegal.
If you plan on drinking or taking medications that may impact your ability to drive safely, plan on staying at home.
Drivers charged with a first-time DUI face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, as well as a suspended license.
Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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